Backfill Operator

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical

Dental and vision

Stock options

401(k) match

Paid time off

Health Savings Account

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Mental health counseling

Employee discounts

Job summary

Garney is seeking a Backfill Operator for Louisville, KY. The role requires operating machinery to excavate, backfill, trench, and perform final cleanup as part of a crew. Prior construction experience is essential, with willingness to travel and work overtime.

Key duties include backfilling after pipe laying, safe crew-based backfill, routine machine maintenance, and moving trench boxes. Strong knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance is required.

Qualifications

• Two to five years in construction experience.
• Utility work experience preferred.
• Firm Knowledge of equipment operations and maintenance.
• Must be willing to work overtime and travel.

Responsibilities

• Backfilling the ditch properly after the pipe is laid.
• Do the backfill in a safe manner as part of a crew.
• Perform operator level maintenance on the machine.
• Move the trench boxes from the ditch.

Skills

Construction experience

Equipment operation

Willing to travel/overtime

Maintenance knowledge

Job description

Career Opportunities: Backfill Operator (13199)

Requisition ID13199-Posted07/29/2026-KY-Louisville-Craft Professionals-1-3 years-Out of State Travel

A Backfill Operator position is available at Garney. To be considered for this position you must have previous construction experience. As a Backfill Operator, you will operate machinery to perform activities such as excavating, backfilling, trenching, ditching, clearing, looming, fine grading, and final clean up. The Backfill Operator may perform functions of a laborer as required.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Backfilling the ditch properly after the pipe is laid
• Do the backfill in a safe manner as part of a crew
• Perform operator level maintenance on the machine
• Move the trench boxes from the ditch

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Two to five years in construction experience
• Utility work experience preferred
• Firm Knowledge of equipment operations and maintenance
• Must be willing to work overtime and travel

LET'S TALK THE PERKS!

• Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums)
• Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay
• Shares of company stock at no cost starting your first day
• 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match
• Student loan resources
• Weekly paychecks
• Paid time off
• 8 paid holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions
• Free life insurance and disability policy
• Free access to healthcare coordinators
• Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost
• Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost
• Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more
• 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store

CONTACT US

If you have questions or would like more information, please contact Alondra Dominguez at 615-266-6156 or by email at: [e-mail] and include the job title and location to ensure a prompt response. All openings listed are currently accepting candidates.

Garney and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney is a background screening, drug-free workplace. You may be required to complete a post-offer physical and a site-specific background check for this position.